Principal Electrical Engineer (Power)

Our client is seeking a Principal Engineer specialising in Electrical Engineering (Power) to support submarine solutions within the defence and security sector. This contract opportunity is based in Barrow or Filton and involves providing specialist electrical engineering expertise across complex power engineering activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing technical leadership across electrical power engineering activities
Developing, reviewing and approving electrical engineering designs, specifications and technical documentation
Supporting the delivery of power systems for complex submarine and defence programmes
Ensuring engineering solutions comply with relevant safety, quality and regulatory standards
Carrying out technical assessments, design reviews and engineering investigations
Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, project stakeholders and suppliers
Identifying technical risks and supporting effective mitigation strategies
Providing guidance and mentoring to engineers and contributing to continuous improvement

Job Requirements:

Significant experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on power systems
Strong understanding of electrical power distribution, generation and control systems
Experience working on complex engineering projects within defence, marine, nuclear or similarly regulated environments
Ability to interpret and produce engineering specifications, technical reports and design documentation
Knowledge of engineering safety, assurance and configuration management principles
Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams
Relevant electrical engineering degree or equivalent professional qualification

Contract Details:

Principal Engineer contract position
12-month contract
37 hours per week
Based in Barrow or Filton
Hybrid working arrangement with two to three days per week on site
This is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Electrical Engineer to contribute to technically demanding power engineering programmes within the defence and security sector. Apply now to be considered for this contract opportunity
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed